As travelers journey across America's highways, many road trips lead to one of the nation's most important gateways to the sea: Port Canaveral. Vance Gulliksen, Director of Communications and Public Affairs for the Canaveral Port Authority, takes participants behind the scenes of one of the world's busiest and fastest growing seaports, where millions of travelers begin and end their adventures each year.

This engaging presentation explores how Port Canaveral serves as a vital link between America's roadways and the world, supporting a thriving cruise industry while also playing a critical role in cargo, trade, recreation, aerospace, and economic development. Participants will learn about the port's remarkable growth, exciting expansion projects including extensive renovations to cruise terminals 5 and 10 and a new 3,700-space parking garage- part of a nearly $1 billion in capital improvements over the next five years, and how this world class destination continues to shape Florida's tourism economy and the future of American travel. The instructor will be presenting remotely.